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Sport

October 5, 2023

Gov. Oyebanji pledges cash gifts to Ekiti athletes

She said they were all fully motivated to do more for the state in future tournaments.

Biodun Oyebanji and team Ekiti (Credit: NAN)
October 4, 2023

Morocco, Spain, Portugal named as 2030 FIFA World Cup joint hosts; three matches billed for South America

“The FIFA Council also agreed unanimously that the only bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2030 will be the joint bid of Morocco, Portugal and Spain,” the FIFA President added.

FIFA WORLD CUP
October 2, 2023

International Friendlies: Omeruo, Iwobi, Osayi-Samuel, Moffi return to Super Eagles squad

The players were absent from the team that demolished Sao Tome and Principe in last month’s 2023 AFCON qualifier in Uyo.

Iwobi, Omeruo
October 1, 2023

Osimhen speaks on controversial TikTok videos; says Naples people not racist

In response to the penalty miss, a video many considered disrespectful was posted on Napoli’s TikTok page.

Victor Osimhen
October 1, 2023

Anambra threatens to pull out of National Youth Games over age cheating

“Like I said, if the organisers tow this line again, I may have to advise the governor that we should withdraw our children from the NYG.”

September 30, 2023

NPFL: Mizo treble help Bayelsa beat Akwa; Heartland hold Lobi as Rangers, Shooting Stars record win in matchday one

Akwa United scored in the 20th minute through Hadi Mohammed before Alex Jerry equalised for the hosts seven minutes later.

Bayelsa United vs. Akwa United
September 30, 2023

Impressive Arsenal beat Bournemouth; maintain unbeaten start

The Gunners now have 17 points with wins and two draws in seven games, ranking third behind Liverpool with a goal difference.

Arsenal vs. Bournemouth (Credit: mirror)
September 30, 2023

Sunshine Stars begin new NPFL season with 1-0 win over Kano Pillars

Also, Kano Pillars made a surprising change before the halftime whistle, with Yusuf Abdullahi replacing Mustapha Salis.

Sunshine Stars vs. Kano Pillars
September 30, 2023

Manchester United drop to 10th position on EPL log after defeat to Crystal Palace

Despite dominating 78 ball possession, United could not salvage a point against Palace on their home turf.

Man U vs. Crystal Palace
September 30, 2023

Wolves cage Haaland; stun Manchester City with first EPL defeat

Hwang Hee-chan did the damage for Wolves, scoring in the 66th minute.

Erling Haaland